Hello everyone I am Jon. I was wondering what do I exacly need to know to run my own website company. I am most likley going to go get a server from servers4u (better prices then rack shack).

Where do I start where do I go?

If you're asking these questions..I'd recommend that you start off with a reseller account at a reputable provider. :), preferably one that uses CPanel as it is easier to use.

You'll also need a good website design, and a payment processor, like Paysystems (http://www.paysystems.com/)

do you know any reputable provider?

There's quite a few, just go and take a peek in the reseller forum.

http://www.httpme.com/
http://www.voxtreme.com/
http://www.splashhost.com/

what is cpanel

and why be a reseller

cPanel is the control panel that you use for your sites.
You will get WHM to control the sites you are hosting.
www.cpanel.net
John

Originally posted by learnhosting
and why be a reseller

Why? :) Being a reseller is easier than managing a server. Once you get familliar with the operations of a reseller, you can make the transition to a dedicated server.

If you pick a unmanaged dedicated server, you are responsible for basically everything - kernel upgrades, etc. Being a reseller saves you from this hassle. :)

Being a reseller would be more cost effecient for you than paying for a whole dedicated server. You could upgrade your reseller as you go along, saving you money. Then when you feel its tiem to make the jump, make it.